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Living Cardiovascular System

Students role-play as parts of the cardiovascular system to understand how heart, lungs, blood and muscles work together

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About This Activity

Students role-play as parts of the cardiovascular system to understand how heart, lungs, blood and muscles work together

Quick Info

moderate
24
15m x 20m minimum

Equipment Required

Coloured Bibs

4 sets (8 each colour)

Bean bags

15-20

Cones

8-10

Balls

As needed

Suitable For

Year 6

Suitable Sports

Health Related Fitness

Activity Tags

Competition

Non-Competitive

Space

Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor

Skills

Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Body Control

Features

Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation

Activity Type

Skill Game

Weather

All Weather